Brief Description
Wombwell Park is a recreation ground created from land which was part of a larger estate. The site includes a bowling green, cricket pitch, tennis courts, mature trees and a formal rose garden.
History
The park was created in 1929.
Visitor Facilities
This is a municipal site for general public use. Please see: http://www.gravesham.gov.uk/index.cfm?Articleid=4335Detailed Description
This is a valuable open space surrounded by residential housing and provides for football, cricket, tennis and a children's play area. The Northfleet Bowling Club occupies a central area. There are some mature trees, decorative planting by the original entrance gates and a formal rose garden around the car park. The bandstand was removed after storm damage in 1987.- Features
Bowling Green
- Access & Directions
Access Contact Details
This is a municipal site for general public use. Please see: http://www.gravesham.gov.uk/index.cfm?Articleid=4335
- History
Detailed History
Northfleet UDC secured part of Wombwell Hall estate in 1929 to develop Wombwell Park Recreation Ground.Period
- Early 20th Century (1901-1932)
- References
References
- Kent Gardens Trust {A Presentation of Parks: A survey of amenity parks and gardens in Kent} (Kent Gardens Trust) 16A Presentation of Parks: A survey of amenity parks and gardens in Kent
Contributors
Kent Gardens Trust